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Ankle Sprain Stretches

by Laura Inverarity, D.O.
for About.com

Updated March 02, 2008

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Dorsi Flexion

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1) Pull your foot back toward you (while keeping knees straight) by moving your ankle. Continue until either discomfort is felt or you can no longer pull your foot back.

2) Hold this position for 15 seconds.

3) Return to neutral position.

4) Repeat above steps 10 more times.

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